3A. Autoclave
and 15PSI
Do not include the temperature sensor cable in this step.
A. Autoclave the parts using the following parameters:
Method Temperature Exposure Time Post-Treatment
Steam Autoclave
(pre-vacuum)
4 minutes
Allow parts to cool and dry
before proceeding.
Steam Autoclave
(gravity displacement)
20 minutes
3B. Chemical Disinfection
Remember to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and work
in a well-ventilated area.
Do not include the temperature sensor cable in this step.
Note that certain glutaraldehyde solutions are reusable for a limited period
of time. Follow the guidelines of the glutaraldehyde manufacturer for storage
and reuse of the glutaraldehyde solution.
When disposing of the glutaraldehyde solution, follow manufacturer and local
government recommendations.
Reprocessing (CPAP)
Carefully inspect all of the parts for signs of wear or damage. Discard any worn
or damaged parts.
Store all parts in a sterile container until use. To save time later, you can
assemble the breathing circuit before storing it. To do this, follow the instructions
in Step 3 of the
Setup (CPAP)
section.
B.
C.
Submerge all parts in the solution and rearrange them to remove any air bubbles
from inside the parts. This will allow the solution to contact the entire inner
surface of each part.
glutaraldehyde fumes, which can be irritating, cover the container with a lid
during this step.
After 45 minutes, remove the parts from the solution and rinse them thoroughly in
water. Repeat the rinsing procedure twice for a total of three rinses, using a fresh
solution to shorten the drying process.
Allow the parts to dry completely.
Once dry, carefully inspect all of the parts for signs of wear or damage. Discard
any worn or damaged parts.
Store all of the parts in a sterile container until use.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
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